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Hotel+Resort

Food+Beverage

Central Pacific Plaza Executive Level

Honolulu, Oʻahu

Completed in 2023

SIZE

8,100 sf

DESIGN TEAM

WCIT Interiors

SERVICES

Architecture

Interiors

Signage + Graphics

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Inspired by the story of CPB’s founders meeting together under a banyan tree at Ala Moana Beach park, the architecture makes plays with dual visual references to the organic curves of a tree canopy and banyan roots as well as shoreline and water ripples.

A contemporary office lounge with plush teal chairs, a beige couch, and a wave-patterned ceiling feature. Glass partitions separate the seating area from a boardroom with a panoramic city view.

An open office lounge with contemporary blue armchairs and a beige sofa, facing a glass-walled boardroom. The ceiling features an intricate geometric pattern, adding visual depth.

A sleek conference room with a long wooden table and white ergonomic chairs, enclosed by glass walls. Large windows showcase a cityscape with blue skies and high-rise buildings.

A split-image showing the boardroom's long meeting table on the left and a modern media console on the right, featuring a wall-mounted screen displaying "9:00 AM" and decorative personal items.

A technology-equipped conference area with a built-in media wall, featuring a large flat-screen TV, custom cabinetry, and integrated cable management, set against a backdrop of floor-to-ceiling windows.

A split-view of the lounge area, highlighting a geometric ceiling design and a textured wooden accent wall. On the right, a close-up of the glass-walled boardroom reflects the modern furnishings.

A close-up of a built-in display niche with a terrazzo backdrop, featuring a sculptural rock, a model airplane, and potted plants. Warm under-cabinet lighting highlights the textures.

A hallway view of the lounge area, featuring a curved custom millwork cabinet with integrated lighting, terrazzo surfaces, and open shelving. The patterned ceiling design continues down the corridor.

Surf/house Retail & Clubhouse

Kahuku, Oʻahu

Completed in 2022

SIZE

1,500 sf

DESIGN TEAM

Dianna Wong Interiors

SERVICES

Architecture

Signage + Graphics

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The Surfhouse design concept is to pay homage to the famous surf houses that line the mile stretch of the North Shore major competition surf breaks. These "surfhouses" are where the pros call home during training, tour and competition seasons; surfers from around the world who come together in cohabitation, share stories, good times and companionship. The open sky-light was kept to give the space natural light. Large opening along the ocean facing wall opens to the house lawn were guests can enjoy special events.

A storefront with an open-air concept, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor spaces. Lush greenery and wooden accents complement the tropical resort aesthetic.

The boutique’s checkout counter with a modern wooden design. Behind the register, shelves display neatly arranged surf-themed products and a striking green surfboard.

A seating area inside the boutique with large, open windows revealing a view of palm trees. Comfortable white lounge chairs and a surf-inspired décor create a relaxed ambiance.

A retail space showcasing high-end resort wear and accessories. Open shelving highlights sunglasses, hats, and folded clothing, while the warm wood tones create a cozy shopping atmosphere.

A modern surf boutique with neatly displayed clothing, accessories, and surfboards. The wooden interior features warm lighting and an open layout.

A split image of the surf boutique, emphasizing skylights with wooden slats allowing natural light to filter through. The store displays a range of beachwear, surf gear, and accessories.

A front-facing display featuring surfboards, tropical apparel, and accessories, with large windows allowing natural light to enhance the store’s inviting ambiance.

A close-up of surfboards in various colors and patterns, positioned alongside racks of stylish resort clothing and hats, creating a beach-inspired retail experience.

First Hawaiian Bank Waikīkī Renovation

Waikīkī, Oʻahu

Completed in 2021

SIZE

5,061 sf

DESIGN TEAM

WCIT Interiors

J. Kadowaki

CERTIFICATIONS

IIDA Ho'ohuli Award

SERVICES

Architecture

Interiors

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The First Hawaiian Bank Lewers 5,061-square foot location, at 2181 Kalākaua Avenue, is just steps from FHB’s previous Waikīkī location. The branch features an open, contemporary design inspired by muliwai, the delta where the stream meets the sea, a nod to Waikīkī’s naturally rich and abundant past. Just as the muliwai produced and nurtured a rich productive ecosystem for sustainable living,

(Teller Desk with Architectural Feature) – A hotel reception desk framed by a dramatic wooden ceiling installation. The back wall showcases a sculptural white panel design, illuminated by soft, cascading light.

(Lounge Area with Wood Accents) – A cozy seating area featuring a textured gray sofa with patterned cushions. Behind it, a wood-paneled feature wall and a carved wooden screen add warmth, complemented by a black round coffee table and a large potted plant.

(Wood Carving) – A detailed wooden panel with intricate Polynesian-inspired carvings. The design includes a stylized bird, swirling patterns, and leaf-like shapes, creating a rich cultural motif.

(Lobby Wall with Light Feature) – A modern reception area featuring a textured white wall with embossed circular patterns. Above, a sculptural wooden ceiling structure casts dynamic light and shadow effects.

(Meeting Room with Historic Photos) – A sophisticated meeting space with a dark round table, cream-colored chairs, and a large pendant light. The wall displays six framed black-and-white historic photographs, and a decorative vase sits on a side counter.

(Bank Consultation Desk with Privacy Screens) – A bank customer service area with a wood-paneled desk and a central divider covered in blue fabric for privacy. Dark upholstered chairs surround the desk, and a potted plant decorates the corner.

(Office Consultation Area) – A professional consultation space with a wooden desk and a fabric privacy partition. Ergonomic rolling chairs sit in front of the desk, and the space is accentuated by a large potted plant and soft geometric-patterned wall panels.

(Bank Exterior at Twilight) – A street-facing view of a modern bank building at twilight. The dark textured facade features a unique horizontal panel design, and large windows reveal a warmly lit interior. The sign for “First Hawaiian Bank” is visible on the ground floor.

First Hawaiian Bank Pearlridge Renovation

ʻAiea, Oʻahu

Completed in 2020

SIZE

19,000 sf

DESIGN TEAM

WCIT Interiors

J. Kadowaki

SERVICES

Architecture

Interiors

Signage + Graphics

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The redesign of the Pearlridge FHB branch included a refresh of two floors. On the first floor are a VTM vestibule, the main teller lobby, a media center, concierge, waiting area, office spaces, restrooms and conference rooms. On the second floor are additional meeting spaces, a training room, restrooms and an employee break room.

A bank building with a sloped roof, stone-clad columns, and warm wood accents. The entrance features a set of ATMs under a covered walkway, with residential high-rises visible in the background.

A well-lit reception area with a wooden slatted ceiling and marble teller stations. Vertical wood paneling frames the space, with decorative carved panels on the teller stations adding visual interest.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, featuring a dramatic vertical wooden screen with an intricate cut-out design depicting a flowing river and sun. Natural stone walls and wood accents complement the contemporary aesthetic.

A side-by-side composition featuring a staircase with glass and wood railings on the left and an office corner with a wooden cabinet, framed photographs, and a decorative canoe paddle on the right.

A grand bank lobby with a wood-paneled ceiling and teller stations with decorative carved panels. A glass-enclosed meeting room with modern seating is situated in the center.

A modern conference room enclosed by glass walls with frosted lower panels. Inside, a long table is surrounded by sleek upholstered chairs, illuminated by recessed ceiling lights.

A casual seating area featuring a dark fabric sofa with colorful throw pillows, a matching lounge chair, and round wooden tables on a patterned area rug. The space is enclosed by glass walls.

A modern lounge with a mix of seating options, including a curved sofa and armchairs. A staircase with glass railings leads to an upper level, and large black sculptural pendant lights hang from the ceiling.

Bank of Hawaiʻi Ka Nuʻu Hoʻoulu Conference Center

Honolulu, Oʻahu

Completed in 2018

SIZE

32,000 sf

DESIGN TEAM

WCIT Interiors

DTL

CERTIFICATIONS

Kukulu Hale Award

SERVICES

Architecture

Interiors

Signage + Graphics

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The land upon which Kamehameha and Princess Pauahi once resided and entertained is today the home of the Bank of Hawai‘i. Ka Nu‘u Ho‘oulu is a place to continue the tradition of hospitality, gathering, and sharing of council. The interconnected levels of staff and executive spaces also reemphasizes the bank’s investment in and value of its 2,100-plus employees. The coral walls of the atrium wall honor the coral block that once formed the home of the Princess and her family the Pākīs, Hale‘ākala (Pink Home).

The entrance to a conference center featuring a wood reception desk, contemporary seating, and an artistic wooden wall installation. A large abstract painting adds color to the neutral-toned space.

A spacious landing area at the top of a staircase with large floor-to-ceiling windows revealing a city skyline. The seating area includes a curved wooden bench, and the architecture features glass and metal railings.

A sophisticated sky lounge with a curved wood ceiling, modern kitchen amenities, and floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing a harbor with docked cruise ships at sunset.

A professional lounge with plush seating, a glass coffee table, and a framed artwork of a coastal scene. Adjacent to the seating area is a glass-walled conference room.

A long, elegant conference table surrounded by high-back leather chairs. The space features floor-to-ceiling windows with city views, a sleek wood-paneled ceiling, and recessed lighting.

A side-by-side image featuring a private office enclosed in frosted glass walls on the left and a built-in booth seating area on the right with a marble table and sculptural pendant light.

A flexible workspace with a mix of lounge seating and collaborative round tables. The space is divided by low, curved walls with a gradient finish, providing semi-private areas while maintaining openness.

A quiet seating space with a long tufted couch, armchairs, and small tables. The back wall has a gradient paint effect transitioning from dark to light, with a mounted TV and decorative floor lamp adding ambiance.

A split-image view of a grand staircase with a curved wooden handrail and modern glass panels. The right side showcases an open lobby with the staircase leading to the upper level, featuring a sculptural metal artwork on a raised platform.

A dramatic staircase illuminated by warm lighting, with glass railings and dark wooden steps. The open second-floor seating area in the background features modern artwork and soft lighting.

International Market Place Revitalization

Waikīkī, Oʻahu

Completed in 2017

SIZE

345,000 sf

DESIGN TEAM

JPRA Architects

505 Design

Walters Kimura Motoda

CERTIFICATIONS

ICSC Gold 2018

Kūkulu Hale Award 18

SERVICES

Cultural Research

Architecture

Master Planning

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

There are also many design elements to honor Queen Emma, whose history is tied to the land. Etchings of the Queen’s song can be seen in the glass elevators, her favorite water lilies are floating in the pond and there below is a healing garden, representing the Queen’s desire to care for the Hawaiian people. Designed to celebrate the history of the site, it will offer a Hawaiian sense of place that honors Queen Emma’s legacy while adding vitality and appeal to Waikīkī.

The grand entrance to the International Market Place, framed by tall palm trees. The building features luxury retail stores, including Balenciaga, Rolex, and Tesla, with large glass windows and a modern tropical aesthetic.

A landscaped courtyard with artificial grass, shaded seating, and a shallow interactive water feature. Families with children enjoy the relaxing atmosphere.

A wooden treehouse with a sloped roof sits among large banyan trees, connected by an elevated walkway with metal railings. The ground below is landscaped with stone pathways, greenery, and a small water feature.

A metal plaque titled "New Beginnings" provides historical information about the International Market Place and its transformation. The background includes banyan trees and hanging lights.

A split-image view of a serene stream winding through banyan trees, bordered by tropical plants and stone pathways. The left image shows a bright daytime setting, while the right captures an evening atmosphere with soft lighting.

A local band performs on a circular wooden stage surrounded by vibrant green grass and lush landscaping. A statue of a Hawaiian figure stands in the foreground as an audience watches.

A circular reflecting pool with an embedded star map design is surrounded by natural stone and tropical plants. A nearby sign titled "Celestial Pool" provides information about the feature.

Image 6 (Children Playing in Interactive Water Feature) – A young boy in blue shorts splashes in the shallow water of a play fountain, laughing, while a young girl in a pink floral dress watches. Behind them, adults and other children observe from the seating area.

Image 7 (Cultural and Historical Display Signage) – A split-image showcasing a building with glass windows displaying Hawaiian text and a wooden informational sign titled "Apua Ke Hau Mauka" in front of a Jo Malone store, surrounded by tropical plants.

Image 8 (Open-Air Shopping Mall with Circular Architecture) – A spacious multi-level shopping center featuring curving walkways, hanging lights, and a central seating area with lush greenery. People are seen shopping and relaxing.

Image 9 (Family-Friendly Gathering Space with Water Feature) – A landscaped courtyard with artificial grass, shaded seating, and a shallow interactive water feature. Families with children enjoy the relaxing atmosphere.

Image 10 (Exterior of International Market Place Entrance) – The grand entrance to the International Market Place, framed by tall palm trees. The building features luxury retail stores, including Balenciaga, Rolex, and Tesla, with large glass windows and a modern tropical aesthetic.

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A young boy in blue shorts splashes in the shallow water of a play fountain, laughing, while a young girl in a pink floral dress watches. Behind them, adults and other children observe from the seating area.

A split-image showcasing a building with glass windows displaying Hawaiian text and a wooden informational sign titled "Apua Ke Hau Mauka" in front of a Jo Malone store, surrounded by tropical plants.

A spacious multi-level shopping center featuring curving walkways, hanging lights, and a central seating area with lush greenery. People are seen shopping and relaxing.

SALT at Our Kakaako Revitalization

Kakaʻako, Oʻahu

Completed in 2015

SIZE

130,000 sf

DESIGN TEAM

INK Architects

Pompei

SERVICES

Cultural Research

Architecture

Signage + Graphics

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Named after the pa‘akai (Hawaiian for “salt”) ponds that once dotted the low-lying wetlands of this area, SALT at Our Kaka‘ako is on a 130,000 sf site of mixed-use development by Kamehameha Schools that is designed to foster a sense of place and community. WCIT Architecture worked with the internal cultural and commercial teams at Kamehameha Schools to embody a Hawaiian urban sense of place at SALT. Where innovation, authenticity and passion are woven into the fabric of the community.

A wide view of the SALT complex in Kakaʻako, highlighting colorful low-rise commercial buildings with a modern high-rise in the background. The architecture blends industrial and contemporary elements.

A woman in a white shirt standing in front of a large wall covered in photographs, maps, and historical images, engaging in a creative or research-based process.

A side-by-side view of a vibrant mural on the SALT parking structure and a metal sign for "Paʻakai," a local business. The mural features swirling ocean patterns in blue, green, and orange.

An open-air covered gathering space with string lights, painted steel beams, and colorful murals on the walls. Several people are sitting at picnic tables, using laptops or engaging in conversation.

A narrow alleyway adorned with vintage-style portraits and historical images, illuminated by string lights and featuring exposed pipes running along the ceiling.

A sunny outdoor seating area with red picnic tables and striped umbrellas, surrounded by colorful murals and an industrial-style urban setting, with a blue high-rise in the background.

A close-up of the "SALT at Our Kakaʻako" sign, featuring bold metal letters mounted on a concrete structure, with a blue corrugated metal ceiling in the background.

A street view of SALT at Our Kakaʻako, showcasing a modern parking structure with a large mural of a young man's face wearing a leafy headpiece. The parking structure features bright green railings and a colorful "SALT" sign.

A parking garage corridor painted deep red with the number "4" and the Hawaiian word "ʻehā" in white. The space is lit by hanging industrial-style lights, with a yellow bollard and a fire extinguisher case on the wall.

A parking garage entrance with a bright yellow wall featuring a white illustration of a surfer climbing stairs. The wall displays the word "surfing" along with the Hawaiian translation "heʻe nalu," and the number "3" labeled "ekolu."

The Office of Hawaiian Affairs Nā Lama Kukui Renovations

ʻIwilei, Oʻahu

Completed in 2014

SIZE

40,000 sf

DESIGN TEAM

WCIT Interiors

SERVICES

Architecture

Interiors

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Nā Lama Kukui is property owned by OHA and formerly known as the Gentry Pacific Design Center. Designed with flexible floor plans with high ceilings and skylights in many spaces which create an opening and inviting atmosphere. The office renovation comprised of 40,000 square-feet space including all new office furnishings. The design objective was to create an environment that was warm, inviting, professional, timeless and innovative. The vision was to create an open office environment that would encourage collaboration and communication amongst the staff in a contemporary office setting.